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USE AND CARE GUIDE

FRONT TINE TILLER

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Item #LF22150

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Model #1006273116

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Page 1: ...Saturday 1 877 527 0313 HOMEDEPOT COM Item LF22150 We appreciate the trust and confidence you have placed in Legend Force through the purchase of this tiller We strive to continually create quality products designed to enhance your home Visit us online to see our full line of products available for your home improvement needs Thank you for choosing Legend Force Model 1006273116 ...

Page 2: ...iece of power equipment Therefore exercise extreme caution at all times Regularly inspect the tiller Make sure parts are not bent damaged or loose Use this equipment for its intended purpose only Operate the unit only with guards shields and other safety items in place and working correctly Service the unit only with authorized or approved replacement parts Complete all unit maintenance and adjust...

Page 3: ...d on the handle and walk never run Never operate the tiller at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally stop the engine and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Never leave the tiller unattended when the engine is running Stop the engine and make sure all moving parts have stopped Remove the wire from the ...

Page 4: ...m your vehicle before filling CHILDREN SAFETY Remove gas powered equipment from the truck or trailer and refuel it on the ground If this is not possible then refuel such equipment on a trailer with a portable container rather than from a gasoline dispenser nozzle Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do not use a nozzle...

Page 5: ...n frequently check components and replace immediately with original equipment manufacturer s O E M parts only listed in this manual Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety Do not change the engine s governor setting or over speed the engine The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine Check ...

Page 6: ...consumer Commercial use means all other uses including commercial construction or other income producing purposes Once a lawn and garden product has been used for commercial purposes it shall thereafter be considered as a commercial use product for the purposes of this warranty Any commercial product used as rental equipment will not be covered under this warranty CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES Consume...

Page 7: ... purchased from an authorized Legend Force dealer and the warranty only extends to the original purchaser in the United States Canada or Mexico Refurbished used demonstration or floor models are not covered by this warranty Products purchased from auction websites are not covered by this warranty Products used for commercial use are not covered by this warranty HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE You c...

Page 8: ...rt Description Quantity E Tines D Tiller Protective Shield End Caps 2 2 C Face Plate 1 F Secondary Tine 2 G Depth Regulator 1 H Use And Care Guide 1 Part Description Quantity AA Bolt M6x16 Bolt M8x38 6 BB CC Nut M6 2 6 Flat Washer DD 2 Bolt M8x35 EE 2 Nut MB FF 2 Part Description Quantity D Pin GG HH 8 4 x 20 Washer 4 2 Cable Clip II 1 Wing Nut JJ 2 Clevis Pin KK 1 Cotter Pin LL 1 H Safety goggles...

Page 9: ...bling the Upper Handle 2 Assembling the Depth Regulator 4 Assembling the Tines Attach the depth regulator to the drag bar holder choose the proper height and then lock the depth regulator G with a clevis pin KK and cotter pin LL See Figure 1 3 Insert the dust covers B the tines E and the secondary tines F onto the drive shaft in sequence and lock tines with the D Pins HH Make sure the tines and th...

Page 10: ...d caps D to the main protective shield and secure with M6x16 bolts AA and M6 nuts BB See Figure 1 5 5 WARNING Make sure the tiller protective shield is installed in place before starting the machine Protective Shield BB Figure 1 5 D AA HOMEDEPOT COM Please contact 1 877 527 0313 for further assistance ...

Page 11: ...le if classified for service SF SG SH SJ or higher Do not use special additives Outdoor temperatures determine the proper oil viscosity for the engine Use the chart to select the best viscosity for the outdoor temperature range expected 1 WARNING Use extreme care when handling gasoline Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive Never fuel the machine indoors or while the engine i...

Page 12: ...start and stop the tiller 2 DEPTH REGULATOR TINES In hard compacted soil the depth regulator helps restrain the tiller s forward motion In looser soil it controls how deeply the tines can dig into the ground The tines and secondary tines are the are rotating metal blades that dig into the soil OIL DIPSTICK Located on the engine the opening for the oil dipstick is used to add oil The oil dipstick i...

Page 13: ...imer bulb 3 times Pull the recoil starter grip lightly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly RESTARTING A WARM ENGINE Put the On Off switch located on the back of the engine in the On position Pull the recoil starter lightly until resistance is felt and then pull rapidly 3 WARNING Gasoline is highly flammable and must be handled with care Never fill the tank when the engine is hot or runn...

Page 14: ...50 F Avoid these areas Do not move choke control to stop engine as backfire or engine damage may occur To stop wheels and tines at any time release drive safety control levers to neutral position Always release drive safety control levers to neutral position AND STOP THE ENGINE before adjusting the depth of the regulator lever Drive Safety Control Levers 7 14 NOTICE You can slow the tiller s forwa...

Page 15: ... materials clog or jam the tines reverse the tiller to unwind vegetation Immediately release the forward lever if the tines jam or you strike a foreign object Turn the tiller off and disengage the spark plug wire When tines have stopped remove foreign objects and check for damage CULTIVATING Plant rows on 20 22 in centers for ease of turning Set the depth regulator lever with the detent pin in one...

Page 16: ... gasoline to clean parts Keep cigarettes sparks and flames away from all fuel related parts Lubricate the wheels at least once a season with light oil or motor oil If the wheels are removed for any reason lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and inner surface of the wheel with light oil Always use personal protection devices such as eye hand and hearing protectors when performing any service or ...

Page 17: ... of your tiller Service more frequently when used in dusty areas MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 17 Before Each Use Maintenance Operation Engine Oil Air Filter Tine Shaft Wheel Axle Shaft First Month or 20 Hours Every 3 Months or 50 Hours Every 6 Months or 100 Hours Every Year or 300 Hours Check Level Change Check Clean Replace Clean Lubricate Spark Plug Clean Adjust Fuel Strainer Clean Fuel Line Check Every...

Page 18: ... machine on a flat level surface twist the oil cap turn left and remove Wipe the dipstick clean reinsert then remove and see if oil is within the hash marks add as necessary but do not overfill Always check oil level before starting engine 18 IMPORTANT Engine is shipped from factory without oil You must add engine oil before starting engine HOMEDEPOT COM Please contact 1 877 527 0313 for further a...

Page 19: ...e causing risk of explosion and fire If there is any possibility of unauthorized use or tampering remove the spark plug and store it in a safe place before storing the tiller Be sure to plug the spark plug hole to prevent foreign material from entering 19 Follow the steps below to prepare your tiller for storage WARNING Do not store tiller in an unvetilated area where fuel fumes may reach flame sp...

Page 20: ...with fresh fuel Take the tiller to an authorized service center to clean the carburetor There is no engine oil in the crankcase The engine oil is not at proper level The spark plug is fouled The air filter is clogged The fuel is contaminated The carburetor is out of adjustment The tiller produces excessive vibration and noise Tighten all fasteners Refer to The Engine is Experiencing Problems secti...

Page 21: ...uantity NN Tine 2 OO Secondary Tine 2 MM Wheel 2 Part Description Quantity PP Air Filter Assembly 1 QQ Recoil 1 Air Filter Assembly Recoil Tine Secondary Tine Wheel 21 HOMEDEPOT COM Please contact 1 877 527 0313 for further assistance ...

Page 22: ...Questions problems missing parts Before returning to the store call Customer Service 8 a m 7 p m EST Monday Friday 9 a m 6 p m EST Saturday 1 877 527 0313 HOMEDEPOT COM Retain this manual for future use ...

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